 Sweden's largest military exercise in 25 years began. In Sweden, large-scale Aurora 23 military exercises have begun, which will continue in April and May. Aurora 23 will be the largest national exercise of its kind in more than 25 years. The exercise is carried out in the air, on the ground and at sea in many parts of the country. Most focus is to be put on South Sweden, Gotland and the northern part of the country. Aurora 23 is the greatest national exercise of its kind for more than 25 years. It comprises 14 nations and some 26,000 women and men. Participating nations besides Sweden are the US, UK, Finland, Poland, Norway, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Ukraine, Denmark, Austria, Germany and France. In this way, Swedish total defense capability will be reinforced. Large-scale exercises will strengthen the joint capacity to counter an armed attack on Sweden, for the most part. Air exercises will be carried out in southern Sweden day and night from 24 April to 11 May. Flights with combat aircraft, helicopters, transport and other aircraft will be performed from several air bases and civil airports. Experts consider this military act as another warning to Russia. Ukraine's participation in Aurora 23 is part of its efforts to enhance its military cooperation with Sweden and other European nations. Ukraine has been actively seeking military assistance and cooperation from NATO members and other European countries, especially in light of the ongoing conflict with Russia.